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Brae

Open accessScotland's right of responsible access applies

Substantial ruinsruined, but plenty survives above ground

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Brae is a broch in Highland. The Albion Guide charts 79 brochs in the county; this is one of them. Carn an Fheidh and Drumliah, Tulloch are among the ancient sites within 11.2 km. For arrivals by rail, Rogart Station is 3.6 km to the north-east.

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Photo: Ben Bhraggie and Sutherland Monument, a viewpoint near Golspie, Highland, the Scottish Highlands and Islands.Highlight

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